Small hotel in a historic building in the Monti district, a short walk from the Colosseum and Cavour metro station, with air-conditioned rooms and a classic wooden style.
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Hotel Paba is a 2-star hotel in the Monti district of Rome, set in a historic building less than 5 minutes’ walk from the Colosseum and 300 metres from Cavour metro station, on line B.
The rooms, all with private bathroom and air conditioning, face the street and some have a balcony. The décor recalls the classic Roman style, with wooden furniture and floors, while a kettle and flat-screen TV are present in every room; a mattress topper is available on request. The range goes from the Standard Double Room, the most compact, to the 23 sqm Classic Family Room designed for groups.
The property suits those exploring Rome on foot, among the Imperial Forums, the Forum and Trajan’s Markets, and Piazza della Madonna dei Monti, all just a few hundred metres away. Staff receive very high ratings, particularly for location and helpfulness, making Hotel Paba a practical base for couples, families and value-conscious travellers in the historic heart of the capital.
The seven room types at Hotel Paba share a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, safe and parquet or wooden floors, in keeping with the classic style of the historic building housing the property. Room sizes range from 14 sqm for the Economy Double Room to 23 sqm for the Classic Family Room, designed for those travelling in larger groups thanks to its three beds.
Some options, such as the Superior Double/Twin Room, add a balcony with a street view and a set for making tea and coffee, while the Classic Triple Room is designed for groups of three with flexible bed configurations. The Standard Double Room, the smallest along with the Economy, focuses on practicality with a large double bed and courtesy set in the bathroom, offering an essential yet complete option for short stays in the heart of Rome.
A 16 sqm room with en-suite bathroom and wooden floors, among the most compact in the property. The flexible bed configuration allows a choice between a double bed or two single beds, making it suitable for both couples and friends travelling together.
The largest of the Hotel Paba’s rooms, at 23 sqm with three beds in total, designed for families or small groups. The private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer comes with a wardrobe and safe, plus the typical parquet floors.
At 14 sqm, this is the smallest solution in the hotel, ideal for those seeking the essentials just steps from the Colosseum. A private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus a safe and parquet floors, complete the amenities.
The only room type with a balcony and a view over the street below, this 19 sqm Superior room adds a set for making tea and coffee to the private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set.
Designed for groups of three, this 19 sqm room offers two alternative bed configurations to suit different needs. A private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus a wardrobe and safe, complete the amenities.
The simplest and most straightforward room type in the property, with a single large double bed and a private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set. A wardrobe, safe and parquet floors complete a practical option for short stays.
Hotel Paba offers guests free WiFi, air conditioning throughout the property and an elevator that makes it easier to access the floors, along with a very useful luggage storage service for those arriving before check-in or departing after check-out. The property is entirely non-smoking and also offers rooms designed for families.
Housekeeping is provided daily and check-in and check-out can be handled privately; an in-room safe is also available on request. The common areas and rooms retain parquet or wooden floors, in keeping with the style of the historic building housing the hotel.
Every room has a private bathroom with toilet, bidet, shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, plus a wardrobe or closet and a refrigerator. A flat-screen TV and internet connection are guaranteed in all rooms, while an electrical outlet near the bed is designed for convenience during the night.
Hotel Paba is located in the Monti district, one of the most authentic and lively neighbourhoods in Rome’s historic centre, made up of alleyways, artisan workshops and small local spots. The property occupies a historic building on Via Cavour, a short walk from Piazza della Madonna dei Monti, the social heart of the district, about 100 metres away.
The Colosseum is just 450 metres away, while the Forum and Trajan’s Markets are 400 metres away and the Imperial Forums about 500 metres, all comfortably walkable. Cavour metro station, on line B, is 300 metres away and Colosseo station is 250 metres away, useful connections for quickly reaching Termini, about 1.3 km away, or Fiumicino Airport, 19 km away. Ciampino Airport is 12 km away.
Guests staying here can spend their days exploring the Palatine Hill archaeological area, 450 metres away, or head to the Domus Aurea, 500 metres away, and the Trevi Fountain, reachable in about 950 metres on foot. On summer evenings, the Monti district comes alive with the outdoor tables of its restaurants, while in cooler months long walks among the imperial ruins remain one of the most popular activities in the area. Piazza Venezia, 700 metres away, and Piazza Navona, about 1.5 km away, complete a walking itinerary that takes in the main monuments of ancient and baroque Rome without the need for transport.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff, with a score of 9.6, and the location, rated 9.7, considered by couples among the best in the area. Cleanliness and comfort also receive very positive feedback, while the value for money, though solid, remains the slightly weaker score.
Hotel Paba is about 450 metres from the Colosseum, reachable on foot in less than 5 minutes through the streets of the Monti district.
No, Hotel Paba does not allow pets during your stay.
No, Hotel Paba does not offer its own parking; however, it is located in a central area well served by public transport, such as Cavour metro station 300 metres away.
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Yes, Hotel Paba offers free WiFi in all rooms and common areas of the property.
Hotel Paba accepts cash payments; it is advisable to check for any updates directly with the property before arrival.
Yes, Hotel Paba offers family rooms, such as the 23 sqm Classic Family Room with three beds, able to accommodate up to 4 people.
